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$42+ Cheap flights from California to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW)

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LAX — DTW
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Round-trip from

$121
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$42
(Trip.com)

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$389

Good round-trip deal

$204 or less

Good one-way deal

$144 or less
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This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
jue. 4/106:44 pmLAX - DTW
1 stop6h 49mMultiple Airlines
mié. 4/161:47 pmDTW - LAX
1 stop11h 58mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/20$121
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mié. 3/128:08 amLAX - DTW
1 stop11h 10mSpirit Airlines
sáb. 3/157:25 amDTW - LAX
2 stops18h 27mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 2/19$122
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
jue. 5/17:34 pmSJC - DTW
1 stop10h 34mSpirit Airlines
lun. 5/59:58 pmDTW - SJC
1 stop23h 39mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 2/19$125
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/18. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
jue. 4/176:44 pmLAX - DTW
1 stop6h 49mFrontier
sáb. 4/264:22 pmDTW - LAX
1 stop8h 43mFrontier
Deal found 2/18$128
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vie. 3/145:10 amLAS - DTW
Nonstop3h 51mSpirit Airlines
lun. 3/1710:26 pmDTW - LAS
Nonstop4h 42mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 2/20$136
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mié. 3/128:10 pmLAS - DTW
1 stop6h 05mMultiple Airlines
dom. 3/1610:26 pmDTW - LAS
Nonstop4h 42mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/19$143
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
dom. 3/94:43 pmSNA - DTW
2 stops20h 59mSpirit Airlines
jue. 3/1310:26 pmDTW - SNA
1 stop14h 31mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 2/19$146
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mar. 3/2512:40 pmBUR - DTW
2 stops22h 12mSpirit Airlines
vie. 4/410:26 pmDTW - BUR
1 stop11h 59mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 2/19$148
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mié. 5/148:06 pmLAS - DTW
1 stop6h 14mFrontier
dom. 5/182:43 pmDTW - LAS
1 stop6h 47mFrontier
Deal found 2/20$149
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
jue. 4/36:13 pmONT - DTW
1 stop12h 31mFrontier
sáb. 4/122:10 pmDTW - ONT
1 stop6h 47mFrontier
Deal found 2/20$150
This Justfly.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Justfly.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mié. 4/303:21 pmSNA - DTW
2 stops14h 47mMultiple Airlines
lun. 5/56:10 amDTW - SNA
1 stop6h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/19$152
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mar. 3/116:25 pmBUR - DTW
1 stop7h 50mMultiple Airlines
jue. 3/1310:26 pmDTW - BUR
1 stop13h 31mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/20$157

Find flights from California to Detroit within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from California to Detroit that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated febrero 20, 2025.

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California

Fly to

Detroit

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Los AngelesDetroit

LAX - DTW

LAXDTW

Los Angeles

mié. 3/12

8:08 am-10:18 pm

1 stop11h 10m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

sáb. 3/15

7:25 am-10:52 pm

2 stops18h 27m

$122

San JoseDetroit

SJC - DTW

SJCDTW

San Jose

jue. 5/1

7:34 pm-9:08 am

1 stop10h 34m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

lun. 5/5

9:58 pm-6:37 pm

1 stop23h 39m

$125

Los AngelesDetroit

LAX - DTW

LAXDTW

Los Angeles

sáb. 3/22

6:44 pm-4:55 am

1 stop7h 11m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

mar. 3/25

5:45 am-3:48 pm

1 stop13h 03m

$126

Los AngelesDetroit

LAX - DTW

LAXDTW

Los Angeles

jue. 4/17

6:44 pm-4:33 am

1 stop6h 49m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

sáb. 4/26

4:22 pm-10:05 pm

1 stop8h 43m

$128

Las VegasDetroit

LAS - DTW

LASDTW

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

vie. 3/14

5:10 am-12:01 pm

Nonstop3h 51m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

lun. 3/17

10:26 pm-12:08 am

Nonstop4h 42m

$136

Las VegasDetroit

LAS - DTW

LASDTW

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

mié. 3/12

8:10 pm-5:15 am

1 stop6h 05m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

dom. 3/16

10:26 pm-12:08 am

Nonstop4h 42m

$143

Santa AnaDetroit

SNA - DTW

SNADTW

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

dom. 3/9

4:43 pm-4:42 pm

2 stops20h 59m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

jue. 3/13

10:26 pm-9:57 am

1 stop14h 31m

$146

BurbankDetroit

BUR - DTW

BURDTW

Burbank Bob Hope

mar. 3/25

12:40 pm-1:52 pm

2 stops22h 12m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

vie. 4/4

10:26 pm-7:25 am

1 stop11h 59m

$148

Las VegasDetroit

LAS - DTW

LASDTW

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

mié. 5/14

8:06 pm-5:20 am

1 stop6h 14m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

dom. 5/18

2:43 pm-6:30 pm

1 stop6h 47m

$149

OntarioDetroit

ONT - DTW

ONTDTW

Ontario

jue. 4/3

6:13 pm-9:44 am

1 stop12h 31m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

sáb. 4/12

2:10 pm-5:57 pm

1 stop6h 47m

$150

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Best time to book a flight from California to Detroit

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Travel insights for flights from California to Detroit

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from California to Detroit including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from California to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport?

Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (average of $257). Flying from California to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport in March is currently the most expensive (average of $305). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from CA to DTW?

Find hourly flight availability from California to Detroit. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated febrero 20, 2025.

When flying from California to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

Weekly flight availability from California to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport

Explore weekly flight availability from California to Detroit. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated febrero 20, 2025.

The most flights from USCA to DTW are scheduled on a Wednesday (20 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Sunday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (15 on average).

Rainfall in Detroit by month

Plan your trip to Detroit by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport ranges from 1.8 - 3.1 inches per month. August is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 3.1 in. January is typically the driest time to visit Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport when rainfall is around 1.8 in.

Temperature in Detroit by month

Plan your trip to Detroit by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 73.4 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 24.8 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Detroit

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Detroit. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Detroit. Reviews last updated febrero 20, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Southwest, Alaska Airlines and Delta from California to Detroit have to say. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,411 reviews

Crew

8.7

Food

7.1

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2025

MCO - STL

Cancelled at last minute, SWA unable to assist in formulating alternate plans. Wound up renting a car and driving 13 hours to beat bad weather forecast at home. Not SWA’s fault that there was significant bad weather across the country.

Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,411 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,411 reviews

Crew

8.7

Food

7.1

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2025

MCO - STL

Cancelled at last minute, SWA unable to assist in formulating alternate plans. Wound up renting a car and driving 13 hours to beat bad weather forecast at home. Not SWA’s fault that there was significant bad weather across the country.

Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,692 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,411 reviews

Crew

8.7

Food

7.1

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2025

MCO - STL

Cancelled at last minute, SWA unable to assist in formulating alternate plans. Wound up renting a car and driving 13 hours to beat bad weather forecast at home. Not SWA’s fault that there was significant bad weather across the country.

Delta
8.0
Very good
8,220 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,411 reviews

Crew

8.7

Food

7.1

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2025

MCO - STL

Cancelled at last minute, SWA unable to assist in formulating alternate plans. Wound up renting a car and driving 13 hours to beat bad weather forecast at home. Not SWA’s fault that there was significant bad weather across the country.

Hawaiian Airlines
7.9
Good
2,317 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,411 reviews

Crew

8.7

Food

7.1

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2025

MCO - STL

Cancelled at last minute, SWA unable to assist in formulating alternate plans. Wound up renting a car and driving 13 hours to beat bad weather forecast at home. Not SWA’s fault that there was significant bad weather across the country.

JetBlue
7.4
Good
3,070 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,411 reviews

Crew

8.7

Food

7.1

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2025

MCO - STL

Cancelled at last minute, SWA unable to assist in formulating alternate plans. Wound up renting a car and driving 13 hours to beat bad weather forecast at home. Not SWA’s fault that there was significant bad weather across the country.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from California to Detroit. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Detroit from California?

    For a flight from California to Detroit, you will be flying into Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County. Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) is just 17.3 mi from the center of the city.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from California to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport one-way?

    The cheapest airline one-way is Frontier, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $42. However, be on the lookout for offers from Spirit Airlines and JetBlue, as they are both options that can get you from California to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport for a low price.

  • What are the most popular routes from California to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport?

    When deciding which route to take from California to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport consider Los Angeles - Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County, San Francisco - Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County or Ontario - Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County as they are the most popular.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from California to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport?

    The top 3 most reliable airlines when flying from California to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport are Virgin Atlantic (95%), Spirit Airlines (91%) and Delta (86%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from California to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport?

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $54. While the most popular route (Los Angeles - Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County) can be booked for $83 on average our data indicates $889 when flying from California to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport.

  • Can I find deals for flights from California to Detroit that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on California to Detroit flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from California to Detroit?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from California to Detroit.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from California to Detroit?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from California to Detroit by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from California to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport?

    Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (average of $257). Flying from California to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport in March is currently the most expensive (average of $305). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 8 airlines flying from California to Detroit

Discover the top 8 airlines that operate flights from California to Detroit. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated febrero 20, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$96Average$246FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$128Average$270FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
American AirlinesCheapest$198Average$478FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Sun Country AirCheapest$217Average$393FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time83%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$241Average$603FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
United AirlinesCheapest$281Average$548FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$298Average$577FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
SouthwestCheapest$298Average$551FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
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